Overview
- Putin stated that a NATO reconnaissance vessel was continuously present in the maritime area during Burevestnik missile tests on October 21.
- He said Russia did not interfere with the ship’s operations in the test zone.
- The remarks were delivered during a ceremony honoring teams behind the Burevestnik and Poseidon strategic systems.
- Putin added that foreign specialists could verify the reported presence of the NATO vessel.
- RIA Novosti reported the comments on November 4, and the coverage included no independent confirmation from NATO.